Insulation Piercing Connectors

Connectors these are used for connecting overhead lines, transformers and service drop cables. Other names are insulation displacement connectors, wire taps or insulation piercing clips. There are various voltage classifications for insulation piercing connectors, including 1KV, 10KV, and 20KV.

Types of Insulation Fittings For Overhead Lines

Overhead Line Covers

Insulates bare conductors and prevents electrical outages. They are outdoor specifications and made from a non-tracking area such as silicone material.

Crossover Clamps

They serve to support cables and are usually used at the junction of several cords. They come in various provisional sizes to cater for varying cable thickness.

Other types of overhead line fittings include:

• Tension and suspension clamps

• Arc protection devices

• Sheath voltage limiters

• Current limiting devices

• Bird protectors

• Cross-arms

• Cable jointing tools

Overhead lines are made from strong and durable materials to insulate utilities from the ground and to keep people and vehicles safe.